Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
